Boston, Massachusetts is one of the 11 US host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026, with all matches played at Gillette Stadium. The venue will host 7 matches.
- Stadium
- Gillette Stadium
- Capacity
- 65,878 seats
- State
- Massachusetts (MA)
- NFL tenant
- New England Patriots
- Matches
- 7 (includes knockout round)
About Gillette Stadium
Gillette is technically in Foxborough, MA — 25 miles south of Boston.
Getting to Boston
- Airport: Boston Logan International (BOS).
- Public transit: Gillette Stadium is 25 miles south of Boston in Foxborough — commuter rail from South Station available on match days.
- Walking distance: Patriot Place (shopping/dining).
What to know about Massachusetts
Massachusetts has the USPS abbreviation MA. Learn more about Massachusetts on our state page.
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How many matches will Boston host?
Boston hosts 7 matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, all at Gillette Stadium.
What stadium will Boston use?
Gillette Stadium, the home of the New England Patriots (NFL). Capacity: 65,878.
What state is Boston in?
Boston is in Massachusetts (USPS code: MA).